2008 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
